

Forgive and Forget
Synopsis
David O'Neil, a plasterer and mature student Theo have been best mates for fourteen years and are practically inseparable. However, their friendship has become strained as Theo is about to move in with his long-term girlfriend, photographer Hannah. A raging jealousy awakes in David and he starts scheming to break up the loving couple using Hannah's insecurities against them. When the couple eventually separate David is in a quandary about his next move and is forced to confront his long-hidden homosexuality and feelings towards Theo. Eventually, David decides to reveal his sexual orientation and deep love for Theo very publicly by arranging for them both to appear as guests on Judith Adams' talk-show, "forgive and forget", with tragic consequences for their friendship and David's family.
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Forgive and Forget (2000) trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-05-27
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June 12, 2000
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aisling Walsh
- Screenplay & Story
- Mark Burt
- Original Title
- Forgive and Forget
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aisling Walsh
Mark Burt
Philip Hinchcliffe
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Aisling Walsh
Director
Mark Burt
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What is Forgive and Forget about?
David O'Neil, a plasterer and mature student Theo have been best mates for fourteen years and are practically inseparable. However, their friendship has become strained as Theo is about to move in with his long-term girlfriend, photographer Hannah. A raging jealousy awakes in David and he starts scheming to break up the loving couple using Hannah's insecurities against them. When the couple eventually separate David is in a quandary about his next move and is forced to confront his long-hidden homosexuality and feelings towards Theo. Eventually, David decides to reveal his sexual orientation and deep love for Theo very publicly by arranging for them both to appear as guests on Judith Adams' talk-show, "forgive and forget", with tragic consequences for their friendship and David's family.
Who directed Forgive and Forget?
Forgive and Forget was directed by Aisling Walsh.
Who stars in Forgive and Forget?
The principal cast of Forgive and Forget includes John Simm, Steve John Shepherd, Laura Fraser, Maurice Roëves, Ger Ryan.
When was Forgive and Forget released and how long is it?
Forgive and Forget was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.



















